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- Lions Aim for Historic Playoff Berth as High Stakes Ireland Tour Decides United Rugby Championship Fate
Published: May 1, 2026
Section: Sports
Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen has emphasized a grounded approach as his third placed side prepares for a grueling two match tour of Ireland. The Johannesburg based franchise cur...
- Rising Star Haashim Pead Faces Selection Dilemma as Lions Secure Historic Play-off Momentum
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Section: Sports
The Lions’ current six-match winning streak has propelled them to third in the United Rugby Championship standings but has notably excluded Junior Springbok standout Haashim Pead f...
- Stormers Surge to Table Summit as Sharks Bow Out of United Rugby Championship Playoff Race
Published: Apr 28, 2026
Section: Sports
The Stormers delivered a masterclass in Round 16, crushing Glasgow Warriors 48-12 to reclaim the top spot in the United Rugby Championship standings. While the Lions reached a hist...
- Lions Shed "Nearly Men" Label as Coach Ivan van Rooyen Eyes Top-Eight Destiny Ahead of Leinster Clash
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Sports
Lions head coach Ivan van Rooyen and captain Francke Horn believe the franchise has finally achieved the mental fortitude and consistency required for elite competition. Following...
- Lions Shed "Inconsistent" Label with Dominant Home Surge and Tactical Discipline in URC Campaign
Published: Apr 22, 2026
Section: Sports
The Lions have transformed from perennial underachievers into genuine United Rugby Championship contenders, moving into fourth place on the log. A recent 54-12 dismantling of leagu...
- Lions Execute Tactical Redemption in Record-Breaking 54-12 Demolition of Glasgow Warriors
Published: Apr 20, 2026
Section: Sports
Lions Head Coach Ivan van Rooyen credited a "proud defensive effort" for his side’s emphatic victory over league leaders Glasgow Warriors at Ellis Park. The 54-12 win, which moved...
- South African United Rugby Championship Franchises Secure Consecutive Clean Sweeps as Postseason Race Intensifies
Published: Apr 3, 2026
Section: Sports
The Stormers, Lions, Bulls, and Sharks have collectively achieved two consecutive weekend sweeps in the United Rugby Championship as the tournament enters a mid-season hiatus. With...
- Lions Prepare for International Level Test Against Glasgow Warriors Following Crucial United Rugby Championship Victory
Published: Mar 31, 2026
Section: Sports
Head coach Ivan van Rooyen has characterized the upcoming clash against league leaders Glasgow Warriors as a Test match encounter following the Lions’ 42,26 win over the Dragons. C...
- Lions Prepare for "Test Match" Intensity Against URC Leaders Following Crucial Victory Over Dragons
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Sports
The Lions have climbed to fifth place in the United Rugby Championship standings, their highest position in the tournament's history, after a 42-26 bonus-point win over the Dragons...
- Lions Overpower Plucky Dragons In Johannesburg To Strengthen United Rugby Championship Play-Off Ambitions
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Sports
The Lions secured a vital 42-26 bonus-point victory over the Dragons at Ellis Park, temporarily surging into the top four of the United Rugby Championship standings. Despite a comp...
- Lions Secure SA Shield and Pivot Focus to Postseason Continuity Following Record Breaking Win Over Edinburgh
Published: Mar 24, 2026
Section: Sports
The Lions have surged into seventh place in the United Rugby Championship standings after an emphatic 54,17 victory over Edinburgh at Ellis Park. While celebrating their South Afri...
- Lions Dismiss Complacency and Target Historic Playoff Berth Following Dominant Victory Over Edinburgh
Published: Mar 23, 2026
Section: Sports
The Lions have surged into seventh place on the United Rugby Championship table after a comprehensive 54,17 win against Edinburgh at Ellis Park. Despite clinching the SA Shield, co...